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H-2A Reform at USDA
Fruit Grower Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says he isn't waiting form Congress to fix the problems with the H-2A guest worker program and will start the USDA's own program.
2023 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees and Climate-Smart Commodities Info
The Agribusiness Update
The 2023 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees are named, and the Congressional Western Caucus demands information on on oversight of Climate-Smart Commodities pilot program.
California Plants More Cotton and Climate-Smart Commodities Info
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers planted 17% more cotton acres this year, and Western Congressional Caucus demands information on oversight of Climate-Smart Commodities pilot program.
Federal Assistance for Ag Borrowers and U.S. Pumpkin Production
The Agribusiness Update
A new program offers federal assistance for agricultural borrowers, and U.S. pumpkins grown in every state, but six in particular dominate the market.
Assistance for Southeast Ag Producers and U.S. Pumpkin Production
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Trade Representative is looking for ways to assist Southeast seasonal ag producers, and U.S. pumpkin production happens in every state, but six states in particular.
Climate Change California Threat and Bayer to Challenge PCB Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Climate change called existential threat to certain California crops, and Bayer to challenge decision on PCBs that allegedly caused cancer in Washington state.
Hurricane Ian Damage Estimates and Bayer to Challenge PCB Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Hurricane Ian damage to Florida crops estimated as much as $1.56 billion dollars, and Bayer set to challenge a $275 million decision for exposure to PCBs.
Plant-based Meat Demand Off and Gas Prices Higher Again
The Agribusiness Update
Plant-based food is a hot market, but plant-based meat is not, and gas prices up for the third straight week.
Wine Away Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Wine lovers have a locally made solution for the inevitable spill while enjoying your favorite red, and that is the stain remover Wine Away created in the heart of Walla Walla Wine Country.
Wine Away Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Wine lovers have a locally made solution for the inevitable spill while enjoying your favorite red, and that is the stain remover Wine Away created in the heart of Walla Walla Wine Country.
California Water & Irrigation Cuts and Food Production Creates Jobs
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers facing severe cuts in irrigation supplies, and agriculture and food production creates large number of U.S. jobs.
Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins and Food Production Creates Jobs
The Agribusiness Update
Atlantic Hurricane season began June 1, and agriculture and food production create large number of U.S. jobs.
Food Price Inflation Varies and Ag Committee Chair Scott Wins
The Agribusiness Update
Inflation of retail food prices varies by region, and House Ag Committee Chair David Scott wins nomination for 11th term in Georgia election.
Meat Poultry Special Investigator Condemned and UN talks with Russia about Ports
The Agribusiness Update
The NCBA condemns the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act approved by House Ag Committee, and the U.N. talks with Russian about opening Ukraine ports for grain exports.
Potatoes To Mexico and Milk Tariffs on Canada
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Fresh Potatoes crossed into the Mexican market for the first time in more than 25 years, and Milk Groups call for retaliatory tariffs on Canada.
Meatpacking Masks Dropped and NFU Holds Annual Convention
The Agribusiness Update
Mask mandates dropped at meatpacking facilities, and National Farmers Union holds annual convention.
Fuel and Fertilizer Costs in California and Global Food Prices Rise
The Agribusiness Update
Rising fuel and fertilizer costs are impacting California farmers, and Global food prices continue to rise.
Deere Says No Third Offer and Biofuel Groups Like Build Back Better
The Agribusiness Update
A Jon Deere spokesman says there will be no third offer for union workers, and biofuel companies like Growth Energy like the $1-billion for biofuels infrastructure in the Build Back Better budget.
Ethanol Exports Higher and USDA Addresses Food Systems
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. ethanol exports substantially higher in August, and USDA addresses food systems with $100-million from American Rescue Plan Act.